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I'm working with an established and forward-thinking multi-branch firm in North West London who is looking to appoint a Senior Private Client Solicitor. This is a rare opportunity to join a practice with an excellent reputation in private client work, and to take a meaningful role in shaping the future of the department. The successful candidate will step into a well-supported position with a strong existing client base, while being given the freedom and responsibility to develop the practice further. You’ll benefit from a newly refurbished, state-of-the-art office space, combined with a genuinely flexible hybrid working model and full secretarial support. The role offers exposure to high-quality, broad-ranging private client work, including: • Wills and estate planning, • Probate and estate administration, • Inheritance tax and trust matters, • Powers of attorney and Court of Protection You’ll be trusted to run your own files with autonomy, while also playing a strategic role in developing the team’s long-term direction. This would suit someone who is technically strong, commercially aware, and confident working directly with clients—someone looking to move beyond a purely fee-earning role and into something with genuine scope for leadership and progression. The firm has a close-nit culture and is committed to supporting ambitious lawyers with the vision to help build something. This is a real opportunity to make your mark.

Previous experience in a financial planning and analysis role in a medium or large organisation. Reporting to the Head of in this team, the purpose of this role is to Leveridge systems to support the preparation and analysis of financial plans, forecasts and key strategic initiatives. Focus will be

Account Manager Location: Watford, Hertfordshire Employment: Permanent Salary: £40,000-£50,000 Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Company Overview Our client is a leading UK-based technical services provider specializing in critical infrastructure, enterprise services, and facilities management. With a growing portfolio of clients both nationally and internationally, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions across structured cabling, fibre optics, electrical systems, and data centre design and build. Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Account Manager to join our Enterprise Services team in Watford. This pivotal role involves developing and nurturing relationships with strategically important clients, ensuring their needs are met while driving business growth and profitability. Key Responsibilities • Client Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong, professional relationships with key client stakeholders, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and trust., • Sales and Business Development: Achieve sales targets and strategic objectives by identifying new business opportunities within existing accounts and expanding the client base., • Solution Delivery: Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions that address client requirements, coordinating resources and expertise as needed., • Account Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive account plans, aligning client objectives with company capabilities to drive mutual success., • Reporting and Analysis: Monitor account performance, providing regular updates and insights to senior management, and ensuring accurate sales forecasting., • Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations to secure favorable terms and close deals that meet both client and company objectives. Essential Skills and Qualifications • Experience: Proven track record in account management or business development, preferably within the construction, electrical, data, or fibre industries., • Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels., • Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)., • Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail., • Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with the capability to identify challenges and implement effective solutions., • Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, contributing to collective goals and success. Desirable Attributes • Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with structured cabling, fibre optics, electrical systems, or data centre operations., • Sales Acumen: Experience in developing and executing sales strategies that drive business growth., • Client-Centric Approach: Demonstrated commitment to understanding and addressing client needs and expectations.

The role of Financial Controller in the business services industry involves overseeing all aspects of financial management, including compliance, reporting, and strategic planning. A successful Financial Controller should have:.

SHEQ Manager (Construction) Location: Borehamwood, Herts - office-based with travel to site as needed. Website: ___ Website: About Griggs Griggs is a premier construction company based in Hertfordshire, specialising in luxury residential projects. Known for our unwavering commitment to quality, we craft bespoke homes with meticulous attention to detail. Our collaborative and supportive culture ensures each team member has the resources needed to thrive and succeed. The Role We are looking for an experienced SHEQ Manager (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality) to lead our Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality agenda across multiple high-end residential sites across London and the home counties. Working closely with our Site Managers, you will play a critical role in championing best practice, maintaining compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This is a strategic, hands-on role with a split between site visits and office-based reporting and planning. You’ll have the autonomy to shape how SHEQ is delivered across the business and will be pivotal in driving behavioural safety and regulatory excellence. Key Responsibilities • Health & Safety Leadership: Own and evolve our SHEQ policies and ensure adherence across all sites. Carry out site inspections and audits regularly., • Environmental & Sustainability Oversight: Promote sustainable practices and ensure our projects comply with environmental legislation and company objectives., • Quality Assurance: Develop and monitor robust quality systems to maintain the high standards we’re known for. Manage site-specific QA documentation., • Training & Development: Provide SHEQ training, toolbox talks, and mentoring to ensure all staff and contractors are competent and confident., • Incident Management: Lead on accident investigations and near-miss reporting. Implement lessons learned and drive preventative strategies., • Digital Documentation & Reporting: Use Procore and other tools to maintain accurate records and share actionable insights across the business. Who We’re Looking For • Proven experience in a SHEQ role within the construction sector, ideally luxury residential., • NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent (essential)., • Experience conducting site audits, risk assessments, and developing SHEQ strategies., • Comfortable using digital tools like Procore, Field View, or similar., • A proactive and people-focused approach with strong communication skills., • Up-to-date knowledge of UK health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations. Perks and Benefits • Competitive salary, benchmarked against the market., • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and an extra day off for your birthday., • Access to a Virtual GP service, healthcare cash plan, and mental health support., • Employee discount programme and referral bonus scheme., • Fun team-building events and memorable Christmas parties., • Learning and Development: As a CITB levy-paying employer, we invest in our team by offering comprehensive training to all new starters during their initial period with us. How to Apply Ready to make a real impact in a business that values quality, care, and its people? Apply now to join Griggs and help shape the future of safety and excellence in luxury construction. We look forward to hearing from you. Please, no agencies at this time, any unsolicited CV's will be considered gifted to us.

Senior Associate/Partner – Private Client 6 years PQE+ £65-85K dep on PQE – well established law firm in Middlesex Our client is a well-established, multi-office firm and is known for building long-standing relationships with individuals, families, and business owners who trust them to protect their legacy. With a strong reputation in Private Client work and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture, the firm is now seeking a strategic and commercially minded Senior Associate/Partner to take a leading role as Head of Department. The role • Leading on complex wills and estate planning, • Creating and administering trusts, • Managing probate and estate administration, including taxable estates, • Advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney, • Supporting asset protection and succession planning for business owners and HNWIs, • Playing a key role in shaping and eventually leading the department What they are looking for • Minimum 6 years’ PQE in Private Client work, • Strong technical expertise in Wills, Probate, LPAs, and Trusts, • Excellent drafting skills and confident client care, • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving, • Ability to build rapport with high-net-worth clients and professional contacts, • STEP qualification preferred This Role Is Perfect for You If: • You’re a strategic thinker ready to help shape the future of a growing department, • You thrive on building lasting client relationships based on trust and quality advice, • You’re passionate about working with entrepreneurial families and HNWIs on complex estate and tax planning, • You want your ideas to be heard, and your contributions recognised, • You’re ambitious, collaborative, and excited by real progression This is a rare opportunity to join a firm that values expertise, vision, and long-term impact. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market then contact Alison Banks at or call for a confidential discussion on 020 8464 2506(office hours) or 07979952201(out of office hours). LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our Clients. The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

FP&A Analyst £60,000 - £65,000 + £7,300 Car Allowance, Bonus & excellent benefits Are you a strategically focused Qualified Accountant keen on exploring a new opportunity? Our client, a market-leading firm in its field, is partnered exclusively with Aila to recruit a motivated, systems savvy and analytical Accountant to join their Trad Strategy team on a permanent basis. About the Company: • FTSE listed business with 800+ sites and £2bn+ in revenue, • The UK’s market leader, and well positioned to continue to scale, • Investor in people and strong strategy towards sustainability, from zero waste manufacturing to 100% renewable energy across their sites The role: Reporting to the Head of in this team, the purpose of this role is to Leveridge systems to support the preparation and analysis of financial plans, forecasts and key strategic initiatives. Focus will be on improving the operational efficiency in delivering key financial reporting to support effective decision making. This finance team produces robust strategic financial plans that are tracked both in the short and long term, evaluate returns on investments on new initiatives and ensure risks are appropriately managed. Key Responsibilities: • Annual Budgeting and Quarterly forecasts (P&L, Balance sheet and Cash flow, Capex), • Medium and Long-term plans, • Evaluate return on investment and create plans for new strategic initiatives, • Evaluate growth opportunities in network (New Sites, Cannibalisation, Cities), • Support the management of operational and financial risk (insurance, expansions and property portfolio), • Indirect Procurement for the division, support operational teams in negotiating new contracts, manage risk and deliver strong commercials., • Support in the production of financial strategic models and analysis, • Continuously review the financial strategic models and make improvements, • Increase departmental productivity by continually developing reporting and budgeting tools with more automation, • Provide information to management by assembling and summarising data; preparing reports; making presentations of findings, analysis, and recommendations on key strategic initiatives., • Analyse potential future depot locations, to help shape informed decision making around locations and performance. The Ideal Candidate: • Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) – With Financial reporting systems experience, • Previous experience in a financial planning and analysis role in a medium or large organisation, • Highly analytical with the ability to use reporting tools to draw insights from complex data and provide meaningful analysis and commentary., • Advanced Excel, • Business Objects (Or Similar BI systems) and SAP, • Strong Excel skills with the ability to manipulate large sets of data, • Ability to build relationships internally with stakeholders of varying levels What they Offer: • Competitive salary: £60,000 - £65,000, • £7,300 Car Allowance, • Performance-based bonus up to 15%, • Matched Pension scheme, • 25 days + bank, • Hybrid Working (3-4 days in) How to Apply: We want to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply now for further information. About Aila Recruitment: Aila is a specialist finance recruitment business dedicated to providing the best jobs to the best people. We operate as an extended arm of our client's business and a career coach for our candidates' ongoing development. Not quite the right role for you? Contact us to discuss other opportunities and start a partnership with a finance agency that puts you first.

The Asset Investment Planning Lead, is the Asset Management Strategy Sponsor, and is accountable for the strategic asset management, planning, and performance of the M25 DBFO portfolio including Paved Areas, Structures, Dartford Crossings and the wider Tunnels and Ancillaries portfolio. Personal att

School Business Manager - September 2025 Start Location: Harrow, North London Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive - Dependent on experience and qualifications (Local Authority Scale) Are you an experienced and motivated School Business Manager ready for your next challenge? Do you have the skills and passion to lead the business, finance, and operational management of a thriving primary school in Harrow ? We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic School Business Manager to join the senior leadership team of our inclusive and community-focused school from September 2025 . This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the strategic development and continued success of our school. About the School • A welcoming and well-established Harrow primary school with a strong community ethos., • Rated 'Good' by Ofsted , with high expectations and ambitions for all pupils. As School Business Manager, you will work closely with the Headteacher and governors, leading and managing key areas of the school's operations, including: • Financial planning, monitoring, and budget management., • HR and personnel administration., • Premises and facilities management., • Health & Safety compliance., • Procurement and contract negotiation. Candidate Requirements We are looking for a professional who: • Has proven experience in financial and operational management, ideally within an educational setting., • Holds a recognised school business management qualification (e.g. DSBM, CSBM) or equivalent., • Is highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively., • Demonstrates excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills., • Understands school finance, HR, and compliance processes. If you are a skilled and dedicated professional ready to take on a central role in a successful Harrow primary school , we warmly encourage you to apply.

Sitting at the heart of Finance, the Business Analysis team (part of Business Planning and Analysis) is an important one within TJX Europe. Work with the Business Analysis Manager to provide cohesive analytical support to help inform strategic business decisions. The team is responsible for producin

Support Strategic Planning in advancing core planning activities, driving innovation in monitoring performance and continuous process improvement. A great opportunity, if you are someone who thrives on strategic thinking, effective coordination & planning, and stakeholder engagement. The University

Strategic Planning & Execution*** Support annual and quarterly planning cycles, ensuring strategic objectives are translated into actionable financial and operational plans. Sr Sales Analyst – Strategic Planning & Payments Support page is loaded## Sr Sales Analyst – Strategic Planning & Payments

As a Senior Strategic Land & Planning Manager you will identify, secure, promote and deliver planning consent on land with medium to longer term potential for residential development within Partnership & Strategic Land in accordance with the Company’s operational requirements. Crest Nicholson has

Finance Expert - Strategic Planning. Finance Expert - Strategic Planning. Solid understanding of corporate financial planning processes, business performance metrics, and strategic decision-making frameworks.

We are seeking a driven Strategic Planning Manager to lead our planning function and drive business performance through strategic insights and robust planning processes. Get notified about new Strategic Planning Manager jobs in. Partner with underwriters, actuaries, and senior stakeholders to drive

Support Strategic Planning in advancing core planning activities, driving innovation in monitoring performance and continuous process improvement. The University of Warwick is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager. Identify process improvement initiatives within Strategic Planning, which could in

Educate business leadership on DS strategic workforce planning capabilities and advantages of adopting these practices into their Unit’s long-term planning. Partner with HR, Finance, and business unit leaders to integrate workforce planning into broader business and financial strategies and assess

Support Strategic Planning in advancing core planning activities, driving innovation in monitoring performance and continuous process improvement. This role requires a proven track record in project management, including project planning, setting and tracking project milestones, and the use of strat

Our client is a Local Authority in Hertfordshire who are looking for a Principal Strategic Planning Officer to take on a role focused on the review, project management and update of the District's Local Plan. You will report to the Strategic Planning Manager and be assigned specific tasks in relatio

Freshminds has partnered with a leading FTSE 250 transport company who are looking to hire an impressive Strategic Network Planner to their team.

JSM offers an extensive range of jobs in the areas of Planning, CSR & Sustainability, Environmental Management, Remediation & Contaminated Land, EIA and Ecology, Geotechnics, Environmental Planning, Air Quality, Noise and Vibration Landscape. Rare opportunity for an ambitious EIA Consultant to join

Partner with the Head of Strategic Planning to monitor progress against strategic goals and adapt plans as needed. Sr Sales Analyst – Strategic Planning & Payments Support. As Sr Sales Analyst – Strategic Planning & Payments Support, you will be a key partner in bridging strategy and execution.

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As Planning Compliance Technician, your primary role is to triage incoming planning enforcement referrals, check compliance between planning permissions and building control applications and the build-out, seek to resolve any inconsistencies, and provide technical and administrative support to the e